Best Online Education Programs in Lima, OH (2026)
Lima, Ohio has a population of about 35,304. The city’s median household income is $43,370 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 11.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 62 accredited schools offering education programs near Lima, with tuition ranging from $7,504 to $17,116 per year for indexed programs. In the Lima, OH metro area, the top-earning education-related role is Education Administrator, K-12 at a median $94,630 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Education Schools to Lima
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 62 schools in our directory that offer education programs near Lima. Distances are calculated from Lima city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James A. Rhodes State College | Lima, OH | 4.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Ohio State University-Lima Campus | Lima, OH | 4.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Ohio Northern University | Ada, OH | 15.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Bluffton University | Bluffton, OH | 15.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Wright State University-Lake Campus | Celina, OH | 24.8 mi | $7,504 - $17,116 | – |
| The University of Findlay | Findlay, OH | 32.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Defiance College | Defiance, OH | 40.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Edison State Community College | Piqua, OH | 40.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Northwest State Community College | Archbold, OH | 50.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Bowling Green State University-Main Campus | Bowling Green, OH | 50.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Ohio schools on the Ohio education page.
Education Wages Near Lima
Lima is part of the Lima, OH metro area (BLS area code 30620). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Ohio statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary School Teacher | $72,590 | Lima, OH | $80,925 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,830 | Lima, OH | $73,389 |
| Middle School Teacher | $57,760 | Lima, OH | $64,392 |
| Education Teacher, Postsecondary | $61,160 | OH statewide | $68,183 |
| Education Administrator, K-12 | $94,630 | Lima, OH | $105,496 |
| Education Administrator, Postsecondary | $82,640 | OH statewide | $92,129 |
| Tutor | $44,640 | OH statewide | $49,766 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $67,930 | Lima, OH | $75,730 |
Source: BLS, May 2024 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.
Lima at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 35,304 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $43,370 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 11.8% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 89.7 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Education-related employment in Allen County | 955 workers, 26 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Lima-Area Cities With Education Programs
- Sidney, OH – 31.3 mi away (21,267 pop)
- Findlay, OH – 32.5 mi away (48,701 pop)
- Piqua, OH – 41.4 mi away (21,498 pop)
- Troy, OH – 48.5 mi away (25,770 pop)
- Bowling Green, OH – 50.1 mi away (32,335 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited education schools are near Lima, OH?
Our directory has 62 accredited schools offering education programs near Lima. The closest is James A. Rhodes State College in Lima, OH (4.5 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Bowling Green State University-Main Campus (50.3 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying education roles near Lima?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying education-related roles near Lima are: Education Administrator, K-12 ($94,630), Education Administrator, Postsecondary ($82,640), Secondary School Teacher ($72,590). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Ohio statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Sidney instead of Lima?
Sidney, OH is 31.3 miles from Lima and has its own set of local education programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Lima an affordable place to study education?
Lima’s median household income of $43,370 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Lima while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Ohio public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.
How do I verify a program is accredited?
Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.
Related Resources
Data verified: May 5, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2024; Employment Projections 2024–2034) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023 cohort). The source agency and data year are cited inline with every statistic.